Vintage Baseball Memorabilia

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Antique Baseball Memorabilia

19th Century Baseball Tintype Photos

ITEM 1: Offered here are four different 19th century baseball tintype images. Each of the offered vintage baseball tintypes feature a single player pose on a standard 1/6 plate tin which measures 2 1/8" x 3 1/2". They are all in very nice condition and present well but they look much better in person! The baseball pitcher shown in the bottom left holding the baseball has been color tinted on the cap, socks and cheeks. All of the poses are full body and look awesome. Some of the highlights are the vintage bats, the baseball, the early bib-front baseball jersey and the early striped baseball cap. Very high quality images in all regards they are a staple for the 19th century baseball collector! Price $250 each

Mickey Mantle Single Signed Baseball

ITEM 2: The offered item is a Mickey Mantle Single Signed Baseball. This fine vintage baseball was autographed by the New York Yankees legend, Mickey Mantle. Mantle is one of the greatest baseball players to ever play the game. A 17 time All Star in 18 seasons, 3 MVP Awards, member of the 500 home run club, played in 12 different World Series Championships were he holds countless records, the list goes on and on. The autograph remains dark and bold on a Rawlings - Gene Budig, Official American League Baseball. The condition is solid NR-MT to MINT. Price $650

Turn of the Century Spalding Baseball Scoring Tablet

ITEM 3: Here we have a Turn of the Century Spalding Baseball Scoring Tablet. The fragile celluloid scorer features the Spalding baseball logo on the back side and it has dials on the face to keep track of hits, runs, errors, innings, and outs. Everything is in working order and the overall condition is EX-MT. A very nice 19th century Spalding baseball piece for your collection. SOLD

Circa 1905 Honus Wagner Wire Photo

ITEM 4: Offered here is a Circa 1905 Honus Wagner Wire Photo. The original photo was trimmed and cropped for use in a publication or perhaps an advertisement. A great vintage baseball feel with the Pirates cap and high collar baseball jersey. Measuring 7” x 10.5” it would look great framed and make for an impressive display! Early Honus Wagner items are few and far between. This is great item to display among your antique baseball collection! SOLD

1904 Honus Wagner, Husky Hans Sheet Music

ITEM 5: Offered here is an exceptional example of the 1904 "Husky Hans" sheet music. This stunning piece is one of the most desirable of all baseball-related sheet music, thanks to a large 4" x 7.5" image of Honus Wagner in full uniform on the front cover. The sheet music is as much a piece of art as it is sheet music. Along with the impressive image of Honus Wagner, there are baseball graphics and a note regarding him as a "3 times champion batsman of the National League." This was true in 1904, but by 1911 Wagner would add another five batting titles to his professional baseball achievements. A beautiful facsimile signature of Honus Wagner graces the area under his photo. This example is as crisp and clean as they come and will make for a great display in your vintage baseball collection. Price $600

1908 Frederick Base Ball Association Full Ticket

ITEM 6: The offered item is a 1908 Full Ticket for the Frederick Baseball Association. The ticket was for admittance to the grand stand area. The ticket maker is identified as the Globe ticket Company, from Philadelphia. Nice baseball graphics on this vintage baseball ticket. The condition is VG-EX. Price $100

1920’s Canvas Baseball Bases

ITEM 7: Here we are offering a complete set of three vintage baseball bases that date from the 1920's. They are a matched set of three straw filled baseball bases with quilting on the top of each. The are made of canvas and with reinforced leather tabs on the sides, all of which remain intact. They are used but clean and remain in excellent condition. A great backdrop or compliment to your vintage baseball display. Price $250

Turn of the Century Style Baseball Mugs

ITEM 8: Turn of the Century Style Baseball Mugs. Offered here are vintage baseball mugs in four different colors. We have several of each color. Each mug is uniquely detailed but all feature the short brim baseball cap and high collar baseball jersey along with the vintage baseball bat and baseballs to serve as the handle. While the mug represents a baseball player from the early 1900's they were actually made in 1978 and every mug is marked as such. They are ready to be used to serve beer from your sports bar or to function as a display item in your man cave. They all remain in flawless MINT condition! Price $75 each

1921 D&M Baseball Trophy

ITEM 9: This item is a vintage baseball trophy from 1921 made by the D&M Sporting Goods Company. The trophy features an embossed image of batsman on the loving cup along with the following inscription: CHAMPIONSHIP - Intermediate League - 1921 - Won By - Polish Nationals. The D&M logo is also embossed on the base. The trophy stands 10” tall and makes for a beautiful display, with note to a small hole below one handle. SOLD

1940-50’s Mel Allen, New York Yankees Ballantine Beer Sign

ITEM 10: The offered item is a 1940-50’s Mel Allen, New York Yankees Ballantine Beer Sign. This fine piece of vintage baseball advertising for the New York Yankees and Ballantine Beer. Measuring 11' x 13" the sign is substantial, about a 1/4" thick board with an easel back to allow for a countertop display. An attractive New York Yankees baseball advertising sign that remains in solid NR-MT condition. Price $100

1958 World Series Ticket Stub, Game 4 at Yankee Stadium

ITEM 11: The offered item is a 1958 World Series Ticket Stub for game 4 at Yankee Stadium. The game was played at Yankee Stadium Friday, October 5, 1958. The New York Yankees hosted the Milwaukee Braves. The Braves won the game to go up 3-1 on The Yanks in the series. The Yankees won the next three straight to capture the title of World Series Champions for 1958. The ticket has remained in solid NR-MT condition for all these years. A choice item for your vintage baseball collection. $150

INCREDIBLE 1884 Baseball Game

ITEM 12: The offered item is an INCREDIBLE 1884 Baseball Game. It is difficult to determine the most appealing aspect of this game. It might be the age, at 129 years old it is amazing that this game still exists. The age of 1884 is determined by the rule of getting first base on six balls, which was only in place in 1884 season. This is quite possibly the oldest baseball game to exist! It might be the condition, at 129 years old (or 10 years old) this game has remained in amazingly near perfect condition. It is complete with 49 playing cards, which is indicted on the instructions sheet (also present), and also present are the original eighteen player discs. Or perhaps it is the aesthetic appeal, the full color litho image of the batsman wearing the period cap, the belt with the sachet dangling at the side and the high top baseball shoes from when baseball was more than a game with a score. Most likely it is the combination of all three aspects and this game possesses them all. We know of only three examples of this game to exist and this is the finest example known! SOLD

ITEM 13: The offered item is a very unique, 1910 Baseball Advertising Fan featuring 16 player and manager images to include Lajoie, Chase, Griffith, Chance, Clarke, Bresnahan. This exceptional vintage sports item, includes a beautiful full color litho advertising fan attached to it original wooden handle. The odd shape of this fan coupled with the purpose for which it was intended make it very vulnerable to damage. This example has survived wonderfully in excellent condition! It will make for a colorful, eye catching display among your vintage sports memorabilia! SOLD

ITEM 14: 1905-10 Harvard Baseball Water Pitcher Complete Set by F. Earl Christy. World famous illustrator, F. Earl Christy has produced some of the finest sports images from the Edwardian Era. Christy focused almost exclusively on Ivy league schools and with his flare for the Gibson Girl he often included ladies in his sports artwork. This particular water pitcher set glorifies baseball at Harvard University. Each of the five pieces features a wonderful baseball image on the front and the Harvard University crest on the reverse. Outstanding! SOLD

1930’s Lou Gehrig Souvenir Bat with attached New York Yankees Pennant

ITEM 15: Offered here is a 1930’s Lou Gehrig Souvenir Bat with attached New York Yankees Pennant. This exceptional piece of vintage baseball memorabilia comes in the form of a unique, vintage New York Yankees / Lou Gehrig collectible. The antique baseball bat was produced by Louisville Slugger, a souvenir sold at the stadium. Attached is a vintage New York Yankees felt pennant from the same era. The condition is excellent! A super addition to any vintage baseball collection! SOLD

1891 Sporting Life Baseball Guide

ITEM 16: Offered here is a very rare 1891 Sporting Life Baseball Guide. Rare and highly desirable because 1891 was the one and only year that this guide was issued! This exceptional vintage baseball guide features coverage of the one-year Player's League. There are 212 pages which offer a fairly concise history of baseball. The guide also features about a dozen full page woodcuts including A. G. Spalding, Mike Kelly, and several lesser known League presidents and owners. There are not many examples of this 124 year old guide and this is the finest condition that we have encountered. The spine is tight, both front and back covers are securely attached and the color is very nice. A handsome guide that will fit nicely into any 19th century baseball collection! SOLD